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    gazelleintense Posts: 175, Reputation: 13
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    May 3, 2007, 05:15 PM
    Coils freeze window ac unit. Why?
    The coils keep freezing. I'm told it's a low freon issue from a friend. Is this true?

    The unit is nearing 7 years, and I don't recall having any problems with it , or ever charging it.
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    May 3, 2007, 06:50 PM
    It could be low on freon, it also may need the coils cleaned. Does the unit have a filter?
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    May 4, 2007, 03:30 AM
    Its got a filter. Looks clean. The coils do look dirty. Can I clean them myself? If so how?
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    May 4, 2007, 03:31 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by gazelleintense
    the coils keep freezing. im told its a low freon issue from a friend. is this true?

    the unit is nearing 7 years, and I don't recall having any problems with it , or ever charging it.
    Not enough frion n in unit
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    May 4, 2007, 03:34 PM
    Yes you can, get a bowl of water and a tooth brush and VERY GENTLY clean the coils from top to bottom, be sure not to bend or smash the fins
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    May 4, 2007, 03:37 PM
    If you can get the unit outside you can also spray the off gently with a hose
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    May 4, 2007, 07:53 PM
    Cool. Thanks for the tips everyone. :)
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